Do you feel like you’ve tried everything to shed some weight? It
may seem like every diet is a shame and it’s hopeless, and while many
diets are ineffective and counterproductive, there are fast and safe
ways to unload some of that extra baggage. We’re certainly not ones to
shame any body type and these methods aren’t for everyone,but if you are
struggling with weight loss, here are some safe and fast ways you may
be able to reach your goal.
Cut Down on Salt
Feel like you’re nothing but a bloated mess? One of your issues could be
heavy salt intake. While I understand the love for salt, it’s a big
problem child when it comes to water retention. Ever eat bacon and just
feel like a balloon for the rest of the day? That’s the salt content at
work! Reducing your salt intake can help you not only reduce bloat and
water weight but also make it easier to get leaner and more toned
muscles.
Goodbye Soda!
It’s sugary, it’s sweet, and it’s addicting, but soda is one of the
leading causes of obesity. It’s so easy to drink a lot of it and the
problem is, with each can of regular soda, you’re taking in a lot of
calories, and consuming more sugar than you should in an entire day.
According to FitDay. com, drinking two cans or glasses of soda per day
can add up to an additional 35 lbs (15. 8 kg) of fat per year. Sure,
that’s a crude estimate, but you get the point. You could switch to a
zero calorie, no sugar added soda pop, but that leads to a host of other
issues that could fill their own . So try drinking ice cold water
instead!
The Thermic Effect
When you eat, your body requires energy to digest that food. Rather than
try to partake in the madness of counting calories, you could shift
your diet to include more foods that require more energy to digest,
therefore reducing the number of calories absorbed with the meal. These
foods are said to have what’s called a high “thermic effect,” or the use
of energy to process food. Foods with the highest thermic effect are
lean proteins like chicken breast, game meats,fish, and egg whites.
Contrast Shower
Oh yeah, seriously, kicking off your quick weight loss could be as easy
as keeping clean! After your shower, remain under the water but keep
fluctuating the temperature of it. Start with the water at about 104° F
(40° C) and remain under it for about four minutes. Then turn it to a
much cooler 73° F (22° C) and stay there for another 40 seconds,just
enough to cool your body off. Repeat this process four times to help
stimulate circulation and even increase your metabolism to kick off your
loss of poundage.
Get Enough Sleep
Of course we know it’s really difficult to do in today’s fast-paced
world. When you get the right amount of sleep, your body cooperates with
you. Sleeping the average seven to eight hours a night helps balance
your leptin protein and hormone levels, which are responsible for
suppressing and increasing appetite, respectively. Lack of, or too much
sleep can lead to lower levels of leptin .
Eat Natural Appetite Suppressants
When it comes to weight gain, in many instances,it’s your appetite that
does you in. Maybe yours is a little bigger than it should be, but don’t
let that deter you from your weight loss progress. By eating natural
appetite suppressants, you can combat your body’s desire for food. Foods
like grapefruit, eggs, nuts, potatoes, dark chocolate, apples, and
oatmeal are just a sampling of the options out there that can keep you
satiated for longer periods of time.
Massage Those Limbs
Can you break down your fat, improve blood circulation, and regulate
your digestive system in a relaxing process?You bet you can! Several
methods of massaging – including cupping, water, honey, and pinching –
have been known to benefit weight loss and promote the breakdown of fat.
If you can’t afford a salon massage, simply lie on your back and rub
your naval clockwise with a warm hand. Rub in a circle for about two
minutes, increasing the size of the circle over time.
Go to a Sauna
Not only will some of the things you see inspire you to get on the
weight loss train, spending time in a sauna can start the process of
shedding a few pounds. As your body heats up, it starts to work harder,
pumping out sweat and increasing your circulation. As you sweat, you
also reduce the amount of salt in your body, which decreases your bloat
and water weight. A regular sauna schedule can help kick-start weight
loss, just be sure to drink a lot ofwater to stay hydrated.
Start a Simple Exercise Routine
I’m sorry, but you knew it was coming! I didn’t say these were “easy”
ways to lose weight – just effective and efficient. Exercising is often
key to steady and effective weight loss, so consider adding a simple
routine to your day. Planks, push-ups, lunges, and squats are a good
start at getting your body in shape fast.
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